Mental Health and Addiction - Videos
E.R. physician Dr. Travis Stork explains that people who stifle anger are known to have distressed personalities. Learn how elevated cortisol levels can have deleterious effects on almost every organ in the body, as well as the nervous system and the immune system.
From Presidential candidates to Fortune 500 CEOs, we love to 'diagnose' people with autism or Aspergers, but do these diagnoses have any validity? Nancy Redd is joined by Dr. Paul Steinberg, Roberta Scherf, Michael John Carley and Benjamin Nugent to discuss.
Clinical psychologist featured on Oxygen's My Shopping Addiction, Dr. Ramani Durvasula, explains the signs of shopping addiction. Could they help you or someone you love?
Do you think you might have an eating disorder? Psychotherapist Joanna Poppink explains what you should do if you suspect you have one.
Binge eating is one of a number of eating disorders that may demand professional help. Psychotherapist Joanna Poppink shares ways to help yourself fight the urge.
Eating disorders can run the gamut from anorexia to bulimia. All can throw a patient into a difficult fight to overcome the problem. Psychotherapist Joanna Poppink discusses whether anyone can fully recover.
Most commonly schizophrenia can be treated on an outpatient basis. Psychiatrist Dr. Jeffrey Lieberman explains the circumstances when hospitalization is needed.
Families with mental health issues may have concerns about who else is at risk. Psychiatrist Dr. Jeffrey Lieberman explains if schizophrenia is a hereditary disorder.
Common understanding of this mental disorder is often shaped by popular media. Psychiatrist Dr. Jeffrey Lieberman dispels the myths and explains schizophrenia.
When patients cannot tell the difference between what is real and not real, doctors look at schizophrenia as a cause. Psychiatrist Dr. Jeffrey Lieberman describes the factors that contribute to the development of this mental disorder.
A new study confirms that certain mental disorders are linked to creative genius. Can this change the treatment of patients and our perception of brilliance? Joining Janet to discuss are guests Michael Kimber, Dr. Judith Schleshinger, Dr. Cheryl Arutt and Dr. James Reichmuth.
A new study confirms that certain mental disorders are linked to creative genius. Can this change the treatment of patients and our perception of brilliance?
The Doctors have an exciting partnership with USA Weekend magazine as the exclusive medical contributors to its weekly HealthSmart column. Learn about the latest article on managing anger.
In treating drug and alcohol addiction, we place too much emphasis on the spiritual journey. Prescriptions drugs are available - so why don't we use them more?
In treating drug and alcohol addiction, we place too much emphasis on the spiritual journey. Prescriptions drugs are available, so why don't we use them more?
Researchers analyze 16 studies to see if anti-depressants are linked to an increased risk of bleeding in the brain.
The Community sounds off with Josh on the world and the debates, Obama's silence on climate change, mental illness and creativity, and twitter's demographics.
E.R. physician Dr. Travis Stork sets the record straight about the safety of electronic cigarettes.
You may not be able to tell when depression hits, but your phone can. Phones can offer doctors an unprecedented window into patient behavior, but do patients want that?
Lauren Grant of The Hungry Heart suggests resources that can help you overcome an eating disorder.
Lauren Grant of The Hungry Heart discusses tips for overcoming emotional eating.
Lauren Grant of The Hungry Heart gives advice on how to overcome emotional overeating.
Why do some some people explode at little annoying things and others don't, like dealing with customer service people or someone who cuts in line at the grocery store? Elizabeth Bernstein and Weill Cornell psychology professor Stephen Josephson discuss on Lunch Break. Photo: AP.
There are many helpful treatment options for those living with schizophrenia. Psychiatrist Dr. Jeffrey Lieberman describes the different types of treatments and what they entail.
Schizophrenia manifests itself in various ways. Psychiatrist Dr. Jeffrey Lieberman describes the different symptoms associated with schizophrenia.
Concerned that you or a family member are at risk for developing schizophrenia? Psychiatrist Dr. Jeffrey Lieberman shares some preventative measures you can take to avoid the onset of this disorder.
Schizophrenia is often confused with multiple personality disorder. Psychiatrist Dr. Jeffrey Lieberman explains the difference and clears up some common misconceptions.
Australia recently passed a new law that requires graphic images be printed on cigarette cartons. Are these types of scare tactics effective?
Over the last 15 years childhood bipolarity rates have jumped 40-fold, and medication can cause serious complications. How could the disorder suddenly become so common?
Most commonly schizophrenia can be treated on an outpatient basis. Psychiatrist Dr. Jeffrey Lieberman explains the circumstances when hospitalization is needed.
